The widely-used Nintendo DS emulator, Drastic, has mysteriously vanished from the Google Play Store, according to Android Authority. While the reason for its removal remains unclear, it appears the decision may have come from developer Exophase rather than Nintendo itself.
Last year, Exophase made Drastic free-to-download and hinted at plans to open-source its code. However, this has yet to materialize. This development follows a wave of legal actions by Nintendo against emulators, including Yuzu and Citra, which Exophase claimed did not directly influence its decision but did speed up the timeline.
The disappearance of Drastic is a setback for the emulator community, especially after Nintendo’s legal efforts against Yuzu. Nevertheless, the iOS emulator market is thriving, thanks to recent changes in Apple’s App Store guidelines. Stay tuned for updates! ✨
